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Buddy Up!

Friends make everything better. With a partner along for the ride, you will have someone to help pick you up from the lows and be with you for the highs. This will make the whole experience of working out and being active that much more rewarding!

Essential Oils

Essential oils are natural compounds that are extracted from plants. These oils have been around for centuries and are used in many cultures for medical purposes, cooking, perfumes, and cosmetics. Essential oils have been growing in popularity for their healing and calming effects when used for aromatherapy. If you are one of the millions of people suffering from difficulty sleeping, you might want to consider adding essential oils to your nighttime routine.

Eating Dark Chocolate

Chocolate!? Yes! Scientists in London have actually  discovered that certain psychoactive ingredients in dark chocolate may act as a buffer against feelings of depression, and lowering feeling of sadness by up to 70 percent in people who snacked on the sweet compared to those who did not!

Manage Your Finances

Money worries are one of the biggest sources of stress for parents. Saving for college, home mortgages, and big-ticket items like a new family car can cause serious stress. Create a priority list with your partner of purchases you want to make this year, then figure out how much of the household budget you’ll need to set aside each week to help you reach your goals!